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Blacknose shiner
Notropis heterolepis
Overview
The blacknose shiner is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Leuciscidae, the shiners, daces and minnows. This species is found in North America.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small Earthworms
Use a small piece on a light wire hook.
- Waxworms
Effective on ice or during colder months.
- Mealworms
A readily available and affordable bait.
- Mousie Grubs
Small size is ideal for their small mouths.
Artificial Lures
- Mepps Aglia #0SpinnerBuy
Small and flashy, attracts attention.
- Panther Martin Spinner - 1/32ozSpinnerBuy
Great for casting in clear water.
- Crappie MagnetSoft PlasticBuy
Small jig body effective on light tackle.
- Z-Man Micro Finesse TRDSoft PlasticBuy
Small profile is highly effective.
- #16 or #18 Parachute AdamsFlyBuy
Good dry fly for mimicking insects.
Techniques
Use light line and small hooks as Blacknose shiners have small mouths and can be easily spooked; try fishing near submerged vegetation or structure where they seek cover.
Where to Find Blacknose shiner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Blacknose shiner?+
Popular baits for Blacknose shiner include Small Earthworms, Waxworms, Mealworms, Mousie Grubs, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use light line and small hooks as Blacknose shiners have small mouths and can be easily spooked; try fishing near submerged vegetation or structure where they seek cover.
Where can I catch Blacknose shiner?+
Blacknose shiner can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New York, United States; Pennsylvania, United States; Idaho, United States. WikiCatch lists 24 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Blacknose shiner get?+
Blacknose shiner (Notropis heterolepis) can reach up to 9.79999974 cm in length and 0.25 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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